title: A data protection framework for trans-European genetic research projects.
abstract: The paper proposes a data protection framework for trans-European medical research projects, which is based on a technical security infrastructure as well as on organizational measures and contractual obligations. It mainly relies on pseudonymization, an internal Data Protection Authority and on a Trusted Third Party. The outcome is an environment that combines both good research conditions and an extensive protection of patients' privacy.
authors.affiliation: Custodix, Belgium. brecht.claerhout@custodix.com
authors.forename: Brecht
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Claerhout
authors.forename: Nikolaus
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Forgó
authors.forename: Tina
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Krügel
authors.forename: Marian
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Arning
authors.forename: Georges
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: De Moor
mesh_terms: D000851:Anonyms and Pseudonyms; D016494:Computer Security; D003219:Confidentiality; D003628:Database Management Systems / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence* / Q000458:organization & administration; D005062:European Union / Q000458:organization & administration*; D036281:Genetic Research / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006801:Humans; D038622:Internationality